Thailand uses Ukrainian BTR-3 armored vehicles in combat against Cambodia

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Thailand uses Ukrainian BTR-3 armored vehicles in combat against Cambodia Thailand uses Ukrainian BTR-3 armored vehicles in combat against Cambodia (X @wuthi11_ / Telegram – BTVT.INFO)

The Thai Armed Forces employed different versions of the Ukrainian-origin armored personnel carrier BTR-3 during combat against Cambodia at the end of 2025.

Images shared on social media show the operational use of the BTR-3E1, BTR-3RK models, and the BTR-3M1/M2 self-propelled mortar systems in ground actions.

According to the information released, the armored vehicles participated in operations in urban areas and around contested locations, operating alongside modernized American M60A3 TIFCS tanks, which provided direct support to the Thai troops’ offensive.

The versions of the BTR-3 used serve different functions on the battlefield. The BTR-3E1 is the basic and most widespread configuration, while the BTR-3RK is equipped with anti-tank systems. The BTR-3M1 and BTR-3M2 models are artillery support vehicles, operating as self-propelled mortar platforms.

The presence of these vehicles in Thailand is the result of contracts signed with Ukraine starting in 2007 when Bangkok acquired 96 units. In the following years, new agreements increased the number of armored vehicles and included partial local production. The last deliveries took place in 2016, solidifying the BTR-3 as one of the main armored vehicles in service with the Royal Thai Army.

Source: Militarnyi | Photo: X @wuthi11_ / Telegram – BTVT.INFO | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team

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